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jdpenn · 10-31-2017, 05:07 PM

I'm installing a wifi booster system with a yagi antenna and a cell booster antenna with a Verizon hotspot. I needed a mounting solution and wanted to avoid more holes in the roof. I'm planning on running antenna wires underneath if I can remove the under belly. Then route them to the rear bumper to hook up both antennas. I'm using a flag post mounted to the rear bumper and ladder. I'm attaching a battery box to hold the additional wire.
Any additional suggestions or ideas are welcome.
Thanks!

okmunky · 10-31-2017, 06:26 PM

There is a product on the market that I sorta copied. I bought a double suction cup glass lifter and 2 hose clamps large enough to go around the mast and the handle on the lifter. Total cost about $12 plus mast. My mast is 1.5” PVC with an end cap on top. I drilled a hole and ran the cable inside the mast pole.

https://www.harborfreight.com/catalo...le+suction+cup

okmunky · 10-31-2017, 06:35 PM

This thread likes sideways photos?

I drilled a hole thru the side wall above the entry door into a cabinet that holds the booster. I have a marine clamshell vent cover to put over it to prevent water leaking in. When I take the mast down I put a sponge ear plug in the hole.

dskimball1 · 11-01-2017, 02:02 AM

Very clever ideas ( both you guys). This is why this forum is THE BEST !

hypoxia · 11-01-2017, 06:07 AM

On the 5th wheels I've had I mounted the Harbor Freight Telescoping Flagpole for the antennas and flag.

On the motorhomes I've owned I have mounted them on the TV antenna. It goes up & rotates which works great.

jdpenn · 11-01-2017, 06:13 AM

Another solution. I was looking for a more permanent solution instead of having to store the mast every time. I like the suction cup idea and might use it for more support attached to the back wall.

jdpenn · 11-01-2017, 06:16 AM

I was also thinking about utilizing the TV antenna, but didnt tink there would be room for 2 more antennas on it, I was also concerned about the additional weight. Is it working out ok for you?

jdpenn · 11-01-2017, 06:23 AM

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Originally Posted by okmunky

There is a product on the market that I sorta copied. I bought a double suction cup glass lifter and 2 hose clamps large enough to go around the mast and the handle on the lifter. Total cost about $12 plus mast. My mast is 1.5” PVC with an end cap on top. I drilled a hole and ran the cable inside the mast pole.

https://www.harborfreight.com/catalo...le+suction+cup

How is the cell antenna working out for you? I have the same one with the booster and Verizon MiFi but haven't had a chance to try it out in the field yet.

Stano · 11-01-2017, 07:35 AM

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Originally Posted by hypoxia

On the 5th wheels I've had I mounted the Harbor Freight Telescoping Flagpole for the antennas and flag.

On the motorhomes I've owned I have mounted them on the TV antenna. It goes up & rotates which works great.

Like your Flagpole idea!

Stano

okmunky · 11-01-2017, 08:32 AM

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Originally Posted by jdpenn

How is the cell antenna working out for you? I have the same one with the booster and Verizon MiFi but haven't had a chance to try it out in the field yet.

I also haven’t set it up. I'm traveling now but will be parked on BLM near Quartzsite in about 3 weeks. I'll let you know then.

okmunky · 11-01-2017, 08:40 AM

I'd love to find a solution that didn’t require removing the Yagi, but height equals better reception. I considered just laying the mast horizontal under the awning for travel with another suction cup mount holding the head to the coach. That makes me a bit nervous until I can find a really good way to securely keep it in place. I wouldn’t trust the suction cups to hold at 60 mph.